Animal Hospital sealed its place as the top honourwinners of the Roblox Innovation Awards 2026, grabbing four trophies including Best New Game and People’s Choice.
RDC Spotlight on Game Innovation
The awards, celebrated during this year’s Roblox Developer Conference, highlighted a breadth of genres. From tactical shooters and survival adventures to puzzle‑centric and brand‑collaborations, the event pressed Roblox’s creative community into the spotlight.
Leading Titles Across Categories
Beyond Animal Hospital, RIVALS claimed Best Shooter, while DOORS earned Best Use of Audio for its sound design. Finish The Word took home Best Puzzle Game, and Jujutsu Shenanigans was named Best Action Game. The survival genre was represented by 99 Nights in the Forest, and Piggy: Intercity dominated the RPG category.
FIFA Super Soccer secured Best Sports Game, Mini War took Best Strategy, and Natural Disaster Survival took the Classic Game award. Steal a Brainrot x GOAT won Best Innovation in a Branded Game, showcasing a partnership with Sony Pictures’ GOAT property.
Studio and Development Achievements
Nosniy Games, the studio behind RIVALS, Treasure Quest, and Super Golf, captured Best Studio. The UGC Makers Toolbox plugin was recognized as Best Plugin, and Valkenheim received Best UGC Creator for its standout user‑generated content. The comedy‑centric video channel Laughability earned Best Video Star.
Event Tie‑Ins and Future Hints
Roblox announced a special campaign, The Hunt: Roblox 20, to celebrate its twentieth anniversary. The series will launch on 17 September, building on the momentum of the awards to engage the community with fresh experiences.
With a diverse catalogue leading the awards and a 20th‑anniversary celebration on the horizon, Roblox’s ecosystem continues to thrive on both seasoned veterans and daring newcomers.
"